Principal Highways and Streets Engineer

Our client, a leading consultancy in the civil engineering sector, is currently seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join their team. This is a permanent role focused on delivering a diverse range of development schemes across the UK, including commercial, residential, healthcare, and education projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Designing highways in accordance with relevant standards such as Local Highway Authority guidance, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20, DMRB, and NRSWA<br />Designing drainage systems in line with Sewerage Sector Guidance, the Code for Adoption Agreements, and The SuDS Manual (CIRIA C753)<br />Undertaking the design of public realm, active travel, cycling infrastructure improvements, major highways, and utilities coordination<br />Managing site monitoring and assisting in the production of fee proposals and bids<br />Liaising and negotiating with highway and planning authorities to agree on proposed designs<br />Coordinating highway and drainage adoption processes including S278, S38, and S104 agreements<br />Producing technical reports and attending meetings with clients, architects, contractors, local authorities, and other statutory bodies to discuss project issues Job

Requirements:

Experience in providing high-quality design input across various projects, ensuring compliance with current legislation, best practice, and local authority policies<br />Experience in the design of commercial and residential developments, public realm design, traffic management, and utilities infrastructure<br />Sound understanding of national design standards such as highway and drainage adoption agreements<br />Proficiency in industry software including AutoCAD, Civils 3D, Site 3D, Causeway Flow (or InfoDrainage), Vehicle Tracking, and KeyLINES/SIGN/POST<br />Experience in earthworks design, including cut and fill analysis<br />Strong communication and negotiation skills<br />Excellent time management and organisational abilities with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget<br />Degree in Civil Engineering (or similar) and working towards or holding a professional qualification (Incorporated or Chartered)

Benefits:

An attractive and modern working environment with good accessibility by all modes of transport<br />Opportunities for career progression within the firm<br />A wide range of challenging projects<br />Ongoing support, training, and mentoring from senior professionals<br />If you are an experienced Principal Civil Engineer looking for a new opportunity to contribute your expertise in a dynamic and growing consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team